2008 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Tonka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Tonka would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4200 mm |
